Senior Payroll Specialist

Date Posted: May 6, 2026
Location: Belgium, Waterloo (Brussels)

Position Summary

Looking for an interesting job full of challenges in an international company that values its employees and fosters their development? Look no further! We have you covered.

Who are we?

We are Methanex, the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of methanol.
But what is methanol? Methanol is a chemical compound present in your everyday life, be it in your furniture, car and even solar panels. Plus, it is also an innovative, clean-burning energy solution and is used to power cars, buses, trucks and ships that transport people and goods around the world.
Our global presence means we are active in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America. Doing business all around the world does not mean we lose sight of what is important to us: people. Our organization in medium- sized regional offices allow us to work in a multicultural environment while still knowing all our employees’ name! Regarding Belgium, our offices are located in Waterloo. From there, our European team oversees the management and administration of Methanex’s sales and logistics operations in Europe.
At Methanex, we hold Responsible Care in high regards. We make sure that our members feel valued and work in a safe environment and that our stakeholders are educated regarding methanol. We also have multiple initiatives linked to environment and social responsibility. If those tickle your interest, you are more than welcome to read our sustainability report and find out more!

Now, if the position of Senior Payroll Specialist sounds interesting to you, this might just be your lucky day as we are currently looking for our next team member!

What position will you have?

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across four European countries. Working in close collaboration with internal stakeholders, HR systems, and third-party providers, the role covers the full payroll cycle, including reporting, tax and legislative compliance, audit support, assignee payroll, and benefits administration, while contributing to broader cross-functional business needs.

Position Responsibilities

What will you actually do?

Your key responsibilities will include:
Payroll

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across all EU jurisdictions and sites(Belgium, the Netherlands, UK, and Norway), ensuring data accuracy at everystage — from collection and maintenance to post-payroll completion.
• Act as first point of contact for employee payroll queries.
• Maintain in-depth and up to date knowledge of company payroll, benefits andemployment-related policies, as well as payroll tax, social security andcompensation reporting requirements.
• Track and perform special calculations (ex. Holiday pay, premiums, wellnesssubsidy, anniversary, entry pro-rations, exit calculations ,etc.).
• Oversee payroll table implementation for the expatriate population.
• Work closely with HR Team to maintain accurate employee data in all recordkeeping systems (Payroll and HRIS).
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders to manage taxation,withholdings and remittances for incoming and outgoing Methanex Assignees.

Benefits Administration

• Manage end-to-end administration of company benefits, including car fleet and insurances.
• Own the end-to-end reporting and calculation of employee benefits — from tracking payroll reporting to reviewing key components such as STI, merit, Be-Flex, and wellness.
• Support the HR team with data validation and submission for merit process, STI and LTI.

Payroll Reporting & Audit Compliance

• Compile the required reporting data needed on total rewards to support HR and Finance operations and act as liaison between the two departments when questions arise.
• Act as the primary point of contact for audit-related queries, managing and providing accurate employee data in support of internal/external audits, and compliance reporting.
• Responsible for the accuracy of employee and payroll records in line with company policy, legal requirements and administrative processes.
• Initiate and implement process improvements to ensure efficiency.
• Take responsibility for the accuracy and testing of Workday compensation & benefits data across EU sites, ensuring data integrity and system reliability throughout.

Responsible Care & Values

• Conduct all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care® ethic.
• Regularly review and update compensation & benefits related policies, ensuring they reflect current legal requirements and internal standards.
• Ensure awareness and compliance with all controlled documents relevant to the role.
• Contribute to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and demonstrate the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism.

Position Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

Your experience and hard skills

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline from an accredited college preferred, or equivalent relevant work experience/combined education.
• Minimum of seven years experience in comprehensive payroll processing.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Dutch
• Experience in international payrolls (Dutch payroll is an asset).
• Ability to work well under pressure and meeting regular and frequent deadlines.
• Benefits coordination experience preferred.
• Fundamental Human Resource functional knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel andPowerPoint.
• Knowledge and experience with Workday preferred.

 

Your soft skills

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail by consistently ensuring data accuracy, identifying errors or inconsistencies and following through on corrections.
• Demonstrates effective time management, planning and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills, including effective communication, active listening and reliability, when working with diverse stakeholders.
• Communicates information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, adapting style as needed for different stakeholders.
• Pro-actively identifies opportunities to improve team or process efficiency.
• Applies strong analytical skills to review data, identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
• Shows adaptability and flexibility when priorities change or new requirements arise.
• Performs effectively under pressure while managing regular deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality when handling sensitive or employee information.

 

What do we offer?

The Methanex company culture enables people to work together towards a shared vision and a “One Team” culture. In addition, we have a multinational environment and a dynamic team which is result driven and caring.

At Methanex, our goal is to grow together. We believe we all have the opportunity to impact the company for the better. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring you have the knowledge, tools, and opportunities to maximize your potential. From internal and global trainings to individual development plan and coaching, we make sure you have the possibility to develop your skills. Through our various internal committees, we also have the opportunity to learn from each other and improve the company together.

Regarding the benefits, we offer a competitive salary package including many comprehensive insurance, meal vouchers, short term incentives and a company car. As you better know what you need, we have a flexible compensation plan that allows you to decide on a portion of your salary package. You also get 34 holidays throughout the year to take a well-earned rest!

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